Ana Mandara is closing after 12 years

Some sad news this morning out of Ghirardelli Square: Iconic mainstay Ana Mandara is closing its doors at the end of the week.

For 12 years, the upscale Vietnamese restaurant drew in locals and tourists alike with its majestic decor and refined cooking from chef/owner Khai Duong. But, ultimately, it couldn’t stay on top of the numbers game.

Reductions in revenue, continued increases in expenses, and unfavorable lease negotiations all contributed to the decision to close, says Lam Nguyen, Duong’s nephew and the restaurant’s general manager.

“It saddens us, as the Ana Mandara space is our home away from home,” Nguyen says. “We will miss stepping into Ana Mandara each day and are grateful to the guests, staff, and vendors we have built relationships with over these years.”